Learning Outcomes

Forest Rangers in the UK

Wildfire Safety Precautions

Safety and Action Plan During Wildfires

Wildfire Recovery and Restoration

Heat Waves and Climate Change

Heatstroke & Other Heat-Related Illnesses

Safeguarding Children During Heatwaves

Heat Wave Safety Precautions

The Role of Rangers During Heatwaves and Wildfires

Lesson Summary

In this module, we will review the various roles and duties of forest rangers in the UK, particularly those related to combating illegal wildlife trade and wildlife safety. We will also examine strategies and measures to manage and prevent forest wildfires. Managing wildlife and safeguarding children during heatwaves will also be overviewed.

The Roles and Duties of Forest Rangers - Course assessment

Learn how forest rangers work with the public to protect the UK’s green spaces and woodlands in this free online course.

The Role and Duties of Forest Rangers

This course describes the responsibilities of forest rangers in the UK. With climate change making forests more vulnerable to heat waves and wildfires, the role of the forest ranger is more critical than ever. We explain how rangers protect the natural habitat and the civilian population from the extreme effects of ravaging heat. We also discuss how they work with stakeholders to combat illegal wildlife trade, maintain biodiversity and more.

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